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Elkhart
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Island Park is hosting a Trunk or Treat event in Elkhart — the community event offers decorated car trunks and treats for families. 16 News Now
- ➤ The Michiana Down Syndrome Festival & Walk at Potawatomi Zoo will bring community members together to celebrate inclusion for people with Down syndrome — organizers say the event will feature a community walk, festival activities, and educational opportunities. 16 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation placed its athletic director on administrative leave pending an investigation as it works with the Kosciusko County Sheriff's Office+ the school has also asked for help from the Indiana State Board of Accounts. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials quarantined 3,500 ducks at a commercial meat duck farm in Elkhart and over 2,500 ducks at a breeder in LaGrange County after bird flu was detected in the flocks—bird depopulation will begin soon and restocking will occur once the virus is cleared. Officials also stressed that properly cooked food remains safe. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 16 Notre Dame beat NC State 36-7 at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday. The Irish led 10-7 at halftime and scored 26 unanswered points in the second half to secure the win. 16 News Now
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Monthly Euchre night at Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living
Your Local Independent Living is hosting a monthly Euchre night that is open to the public! We will have snacks, raffles, and a grand prize of a $100 gift card for the winning team! We will be hosting on the 2nd Thursday of the month starting on August 14th, beginning at 6pm! Please call 574-262-1626 for information
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Meet the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature
6-7 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of picture books with award-winning author Mac Barnett and enjoy a book signing.
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Disney's Descendants - The Musical
2-3:30 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — Ticket info available — An exciting musical experience featuring the beloved characters from Disney's Descendants.
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Disney's Descendants - The Musical
2:00-3:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the tale of villainous teens as they face choices between good and evil at this musical performance.
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